2-Furoic acid
Also known as: Furan-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Furancarboxylic acid, α-Furoic acid, Pyromucic acid, 2-Furanoic acid, 2-Furancarbosylic acid, 2-Furanyl-carboxylic acid, Kyselina 2-furoova, Furoica
2-Furoic acid (CAS 88-14-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H4O3 and a molecular weight of 112.084 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 129-133 ºC, a boiling point of 230-232 ºC, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 137 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 88-14-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-24303-2
- Molecular Formula
- C5H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 112.084 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 129-133 ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 230-232 ºC |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 137 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 112.016045 |
| PSA | 50.44000 |
| LogP | 0.64 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.513 |
| Additional Property | 36 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Wordofa GG, et al. Tolerance and metabolic response of Pseudomonas taiwanensis VLB120 towards biomass hydrolysate-derived inhibitors. Biotechnol Biofuels. 2018 Jul 19;11:199. [2]. Hall IH, et al. The hypolipidemic effects of 2-furoic acid in Sprague-Dawley rats. Arch Pharm (Weinheim). 1993 Jan;326(1):15-23. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932190090 |
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| Summary | 2932190090 other compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Furoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Furoic acid is 88-14-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Furoic acid?
2-Furoic acid has molecular formula C5H4O3 and molecular weight 112.084 g/mol.
Is 2-Furoic acid hazardous?
2-Furoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Furoic acid?
For 2-Furoic acid, Upstream Products: Furfuryl alcohol, Furoin, Furfural; Downstream Products: 5-(4-fluorophenyl)furan-2-carbonyl chloride, 5-Methyl-2-furoic acid, 3-Methyl-2-furoic acid.
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